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Waco

In February 1993, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) conducted a raid on a small religious community near Waco, TX. A 51-day standoff with leader David Koresh and his followers, the Branch Davidians, ensued and ended after an FBI assault led to a fire that killed 76 people. Starring Michael Shannon and Taylor Kitsch.

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Cast & Crew See All

Michael Shannon
Gary Noesner
Taylor Kitsch
David Koresh
Andrea Riseborough
Judy Schneider

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Visions and Omens

Wed, Jan 24, 201847 mins

The ATF receives a tip of suspicious activity involving weapons taking place among a small religious community led by David Koresh at the Mount Carmel Center, located just outside of Waco, TX.

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Awards

  • 2018 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie - nominated
  • 2018 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Sound Editing for a Limited Series, Movie or Special - nominated
  • 2018 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Limited Series or Movie - nominated
  • 2018 - OFTA Television Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture or Limited Series - nominated

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